Robbie Williams Album: «The Robbie Williams Show»

- Customers rating: (4.9 of 5)
- Title:The Robbie Williams Show
- Release date:2003-08-12
- Type:DVD
- Label:EMI Europe Generic
- UPC:724349040892
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You can think of Robbie Williams what you want- he was and is one of the most entertaining people in the biz. His jokes with the audience (and at this particular concert there were only 300 people admitted) are absolutely hilarious! The "RW Show" was his first live performance after "Swing when you're winning" (another must-have) and in the documentary you can see how nervous he is.
He presents old hits (Strong, Rock DJ, Angels..) as well as many songs from his (at that point) unreleased album "Escapology". He flirts with the audience, laughs at himself (e.g. when his guitar solo does not go the way it should) and makes sure that the 1h 30min show does seem way too short. My favourites on the DVD are "Strong" (I like how he changes the words), "Hot Fudge" (nice dance action) and "Ain't that a kick in the head" (including a hearty "i remembered the words!"). Oh, he also plays the guitar during "nan's song" but i have to admit that you can tell he just learned it. When I saw him in Europe this summer, his playing was well advanced.
This DVD is an absolute must for Robbie Williams fans but I think it can be very entertaining for people who don't know him yet. The documentary about the day of the show is awesome, showing Robbie fooling around backstage and his traditional prayer to Elvis right before the show starts.
PS: If you play the lights game and win, you are rewarded with an a-capella/unplugged version of "sweet home alabama"!!
This is a classic performance by a first-class entertainer. For those of you who haven't seen a Robbie Williams live show, or for those who may not be very familiar with his music, this DVD will probably convert you.
This is very much a staged performance, set at Pinewood Studios in front of a select few (300, as opposed to the 50,000 plus of his stadium shows) people, for the filming of a TV show and this DVD. Don't let this put you off, though. It does not feel manufactured at all; it is very intimate and thoroughly enjoyable.
The set list is a great combination of 'Escapology' tracks, some 'Swing' standards as well as older RW hits. At the time of filming the show the 'Escapology' album had not yet been released, so these could well be the first live performances of the songs off that album, and yet they sound every bit as good as on the tour later on. The band absolutely rock, and the dancers really complement the show. 'Hot Fudge' is, well, HOT.
The track selection really shows off Robbie's versatility. He really can sing. He does the Swing songs very well, and it's obvious how much he enjoys singing them. My own favourite, however, is one of the extra tracks: 'Revolution', sung here with backing singer Katie Kissoon.
Robbie Williams has serious presence; he's got more charisma than just about any other of today's artists. Just watch him interact with the audience: he flirts and pokes good-natured fun at them. His sense of humour is sharp and witty, his timing spot-on. And for those of you who can recognise and appreciate good looks as an added bonus, you will not be disappointed. Robbie has never looked this good.
I really dont understand it. I havent even seen it yet and i know it will be wonderful. I do have the CD and have listened to it many times, shoot, i have everything else he has done. Knebworth, and Albert Hall, and Berlin this spring. Plus his CD's are just outstanding. I listen to him or watch his stuff constantly, and I'm here in Tennessee. No one knows him and I just dont get it. I just can hope one day that MTV will grow up and show his much more mature entertainment, even when he was younger. You can tell he really enjoys himself, and really love what he does. He is cocky but humble. Gorgeous yet appreciative of what hes been given. You can see that that is the real him on stage.
A showcase for RW and his not-yet-released (at the time) Escapology album, this DVD is a great addition for RW fans. Lots of cool behind-the-scenes stuff (RW DVD's always include a ton of extras) and overall just a very entertaining show to watch.
Not quite as much energy as he has for his bigger stadium gigs, but well worth the price. With the release of this DVD in teh US, you can now get all of RW's DVD's in the US (Angels, Where Egos Dare and Live at the Royal Albert Hall) which is good for his more demanding US fans.
I must say it is about time, that RW returned. Being here in America, people don't understand that his talent rivals that of just about any American based singer. He allows the people in the audience to become a part of his life, and more importantly his music. The saddest part is that mainstream America and the "gods" of the music industry, don't realize what they are missing out on. So take it from a RW fan, This is a great show and more importantly, for real music, not like Justin Timberlake, or that other phony stuff, it is a must have. The graphics are great with the DVD options and the sounds make you feel like you are right there, apart of the show. Hopefully, RW will make an appearance in America, and then we can truly appericate him and his talents.